Outstanding Science Book Awards
A list that represents each year’s best K-12 science books, chosen by science educators.
The Outstanding Science Trade Book Awards are a joint project of the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) and the Children’s Book Council (CBC) since 1973. These lists represent the year’s best children’s and young adult science books, chosen by science educators. The selection panel looks for well-presented books that contain substantial science content, which are also clear, accurate, up-to-date, and reflect current scientific research.
The annotated bibliographies feature titles published in the previous calendar year and selected by a book review committee appointed by the NSTA.
HOW TO SUBMIT
Publishers: Submissions will open again in spring 2027. To learn more about submitting titles, check out our content guidelines.
Email cbc.info@cbcbooks.org with questions.
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